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FOUNDATION® SOFTSTEP® DIABETIC ACTIVE CREW SOCKS - WHITE

FOUNDATION® SOFTSTEP® DIABETIC ACTIVE CREW SOCKS - WHITE

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Diabetic Active Socks

Close up on front of packaging for all colors of Softstep Diabetic Active Socks by Foundation

     Non-binding Top Extends to Mid-Calf

    Experience comfort like never before with our non-binding top that extends to mid-calf. This special design ensures reduced binding, allowing you to move freely throughout the day.

    Close up on top band ofSoftstep Diabetic Active Socks by Foundation

    Cushioned Interior, Low Profile Tow Seam, & Reversible

    Features a fully cushioned interior and a low-profile toe seam that will provide ultimate comfort. You'll feel like you're walking on clouds with every step you take.

    Plus, our socks are reversible, so you can choose between the cushioned or smooth side against your skin. It's like having two pairs of socks in one! Say goodbye to discomfort and hello to all-day comfort with our versatile and comfortable socks.

    Close up on toe seam of Softstep Diabetic Active Socks by Foundation in Black

    Diabetic-Friendly Socks Crafted with Skilled American Labor

    Consult Physician Before Use.
    Experience ultimate comfort and support for your feet with our pedorthically designed diabetic-friendly socks. Proudly made in Pennsylvania with the finest materials and skilled American labor, these socks are specially crafted to provide optimal foot health for individuals with diabetes.

    Close up on front of packaging for all colors of Softstep Diabetic Active Socks by Foundation

    Features

    • Fully cushioned interior
    • Special non-restrictive top extends to mid-calf
    • Reversible
    • Low profile toe seam
    • Made in the USA

    Specs

    • 1 Pair Pack
    • Made in the USA
    • Style Crew FD380

    Fibre Content

    • 85% Cotton / 15% Nylon

    Care Instructions

    • Wash before wearing
    • Machine wash warm with like colors
    • No Bleach
    • Tumble dry

    Sizing

    • Small: Men's 3-8.5 ~ Women's 4-9.5
    • Medium: Men's 9-12 ~ Women's 10-13
    • Large: Men's 12+ ~ Women's 13+Close up on front of packaging for all colors of Softstep Diabetic Active Socks by Foundation
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    SHOPPING WITH KFG

    Shipping Policy

     Thank you for visiting and shopping with Kicks For Gents®. The following are the terms and conditions that constitute our Shipping Policy.

    Our Shipping Timeline

    • We ship items out as soon as possible, Monday - Friday.
    • Orders placed before 6:00 AM EST will typically ship that same day, if not, we will notify you in advance.
    • Orders placed after the 6:00 AM EST cutoff will be processed the following business day.
    • Orders placed after 6:00 AM EST on Fridays will ship out on Monday.
    • Business days are defined as "Monday-Friday" and do not include US Federal Holidays or weekends. 
    • Security Review (SR): We reserve the right to hold any order for a security review. If your order is affected, you will be notified within two business days.

    Where We Ship

    • At this time, we are only shipping to all 50 States in the USA,, Canada, and Puerto Rico.
    • We do not ship to P.O. Boxes
    • We do not ship to other U.S. Territories
    • We do not ship Internationally

    Please Note

    • You will receive your order anywhere from 2-10 business days from the date that it is shipped out, not the date the order is placed.
    • The automated delivery estimate provided is a guide and may not be exact for a variety of other variable may change your actual delivery time.
    • After your payment is authorized and verified, it can still take up to two business days to process your order in our warehouse.
    • Orders that are flagged for Security Review (SR) may be asked to verify additional and we are not responsible for the delay in processing your order.

    Shipping Rates & Delivery Estimates

    Shipping charges for your order will be calculated and displayed at checkout and the cost will depend on the order size and destination location. We ship via USPS and do not charge any handling fees. What you pay in shipping will only be used to cover shipping costs.

    USA Shipping Rates

     Shipment Method Estimated Delivery Time

    Shipment Cost

    FREE SHIPPING* 3-5 business days

    FREE Ground/First Class Shipping for orders over $50.

    USPS First Class Package  3-7 business days Calculated at checkout and Depends on weight (must be less than  1 lb / 16 oz to qualify) and destination
    USPS Priority 2-5 business days

    Calculated at checkout and Depends on weight and destination

     

    Canadian Shipping Rates

     Shipment Method Estimated Delivery Time

    Shipment Cost

    FREE Shipping over $150
    7-18 business days

     FREE

    Standard Shipping up to 13oz 7-18 business days

    $14.99

    USPS Priority International Shipping 3-7 business days $24.99

     

    *Certain products are eligible for FREE SHIPPING, please check the product description page for the FREE SHIPPING designation. If FREE SHIPPING eligible products are combined with products that are not entitled to free shipping, then you will only pay for the cost of shipping the ineligible products. (DOES NOT APPLY FOR SHIPPING TO CANADA)

    Eco Shipping Initiatives

    We Ship with Planet

    More than just carbon neutral shipping

    How it works?

    At Kicks For Gents, we actively offset carbon emissions caused by shipping our products with the help of Planet.

    Planet helps us to calculate the cost to neutralize our emissions and donates the Shopify Sustainability Fund.

    The Shopify Sustainability Fund

    Through this initiative, our contributions are currently funding entrepreneurs whose businesses support our planet by developing technologies that actively remove carbon from the atmosphere!

    Learn more about the Shopify Sustainability Fund 

    Reduce, remove, reverse

    There’s no easy fix for climate change, and no solution that will singlehandedly solve the problem. We have to try every possible option, from those that leverage natural processes to new technologies that lock carbon away forever.

    We need existing solutions that can make a difference now, and emerging technologies that could have a huge impact in the future.

    Shopify’s Sustainability Fund pays the early-adopter premium for carbon removal, funding pilot projects and generating demand to kickstart the market and drive down future prices.

      

    Learn more about planet

     

    What are carbon offsets?

    A carbon offset reduces the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere so that increased greenhouse gases elsewhere have a net impact of 0. For example, suppose a truck releases 150 g of CO2 in one mile, and actions to preserve a forest remove 150 g of CO2 from the atmosphere. If you purchase one carbon offset that supports forest preservation for each mile that a truck travels, then the levels of CO2 in the atmosphere remain the same. CO2 accounts for 95% of the climate impact from burning fossil fuels for transportation.

    Return Policy

    Only on non-sale items, within 14 days of delivery, with a $10 restocking fee

    Only for non-sale items. Our policy lasts 14 days from when you get them.

    After 14 days, new items may be exchanged for store credit

    $10 Restocking Fee.

    Eligibilty
    To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the original/new condition.

    RESTOCKING FEE - $10

    This applies to shoes or other items that are returned and accepted, but not exchanged, for a full refund. You will be responsible for the cost of return shipping.

    There will be  a $10 restocking fee that will be deducted from your refunded fees. Exchanges for a different size are exempt from the restocking fee.

    HOW TO RETURN
    To return your product, please email contactus@kicksforgents.com to initiate the return.

    PROCESSING TIMELINE

    We understand that returns are not fun, so we work as hard as we can to process your return ASAP. This can typically mean 1-2 business days. In order to expedite the return, please include photos with your email describing the issues you are experiencing.

    Non-returnable Goods
    Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods (including used socks, insoles undergarments, etc.), hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.

    Insoles & insole sheets: once insoles have been cut/trimmed or worn, we can no longer accept a return, but we may authorize replacements if a defect occurs within the warranty period. 

    Did you insole start to separate? No worries!


    Additional non-returnable items:

    FACE MASKS
    Gift cards
    Downloadable software products
    Some health and personal care items

    To complete your return, we will require the order number for the sale and proof of the purchase. 

    For Accessories and other products, please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.

    There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
    Book with obvious signs of use
    CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened
    Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
    Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery

    Refunds (if applicable)
    Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
    If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days.

    Late or missing refunds (if applicable)
    If you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again.
    Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.
    Next contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.
    If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at contactus@kicksforgents.com.

    Sale items (if applicable)
    Only regular priced items may be refunded, unfortunately sale items cannot be refunded.

    Exchanges (if applicable)
    We exchange sizes or damaged/defective goods for FREE. only replace items.

    If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at contactus@kicksforgents.com.

    Gifts
    If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.

    If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.

    Shoe Size Guide

     
    White ruler without numbers

    Fit and sizing is one of those things where we all have a personal preference, some like their shoes tight while others don’t like their feet to be choked.

    After years of speaking with customers, we have found some useful sizing guidelines which we hope will help nearly everyone find the perfect fit.  

    SIZING RECOMMENDATIONS

    When shopping on our website, you will always find a sizing recommendation in the description. 

    TRUE TO SIZE

    Order your size as measured on The Brannock Device (see below).
    This means most will find a perfect fit with their size as measured on The Brannock Device. When new, our True-to-Size footwear should fit slightly snug, but will break-in after a few wears. 

    HALF SIZE DOWN

    Order ½ size smaller than your size as measured on The Brannock Device.
    Footwear that will fit best when sized ½ size smaller than your size as measured on The Brannock Device. Half-Down footwear should fit snugly when new, but will stretch and conform to your foot with wear. 

    FULL SIZE DOWN

    Order 1 full size smaller than your size as measured on The Brannock Device.

    It’s critical that some slip-on loafers fit extremely snug when new, since there are no laces to further secure them once the leather stretches—and it will stretch considerably. This is why we strongly recommend you order 1 full size smaller than your size as measured on The Brannock Device. This is especially true for those who wear loafers with thin or no socks.

    The Brannock Device®

    All of our sizing references using The Brannock Device. 

    Designed in 1927, The Brannock Device is a standardized way of measuring your shoe size and once you know your Brannock Size, ordering shoes online will be much easier than trying to compare brands for sizing. We strongly recommend getting sized on The Brannock Device when determining your true size. Nearly every reputable shoe shop, and many cobblers, will have The Brannock Device on-hand if you’d like to get measured. Some customers have inquired about buying The Brannock Device online, but it really is best to be measured by someone familiar with its proper operation.

    SHOE LAST

    The type of  last used determines the aesthetic and ultimately the fit of a particular style. 

    We use a variety of lasts for different styles of shoes, including those we developed specifically for our collection and a few time-honored American classics.

    OUR LASTS

    Men's Size Conversion Chart

    US EU UK
    39

    5.5

    6.5 39

    6

    7

    40 6

    7.5

    40/41 6.5

    8

    41 7

    8.5

    41/42 7.5

    9

    42 8

    9.5

    42/43 8.5

    10

    43 9

    10.5

    44 9.5

    11

    45 10

    11.5

    45 10.5

    12

    46 11

    13

    47 12

    14

    48 13

    15

    49 14

     

    About KFG

    Hi, i'm Zaman!

    Founder of Kicks for Gents holding Best Hombre Fashion Pocket Square Holder
    I started Kicks For Gents back in 2017 to fix a problem I was having.

    The Problem

    You see, after years of wearing sneakers, I found myself in an office wearing hard leather shoes, loafers, and boots. If you haven't tried it already, putting insoles into leather shoes just doesn't work. They won't fit. The real estate inside of a leather shoe is more valuable than in Manhattan or Los Angeles. Unfortunately, orthopedic shoes that allow for larger insoles can be very expensive, disposable, and look a little funny. 

    In the pursuit to find a pair of comfortable leather shoes, I was not willing to give up style for comfort. The more I searched, the more money I spent on what were either shoes that were comfortable but frumpy or gorgeous but hard. Traditional store-bought insoles were too big for almost all of the shoes and they just don't fit in leather shoes.

    The Solution

    Kicks For Gents® shoes are made on special lasts designed to be able to accommodate quality insoles without looking like traditional orthopedic shoes. We accomplish this by leveraging the insights and experience of an amazing team of Pedorthists, Orthotists, and Prosthetists, including Bio-Medical and Manufacturing Engineers in developing our insoles. The result is a collection of insoles that are as comfortable as their thicker store-bought counterparts, but much thinner,  longer-lasting, and outperforms traditional foams or cork.

     

     

    Value Driven

    As both a brand and boutique, we make products, but we also sell products from other brands. You can trust that we only support products and brands that align with our values.

    As such, our product offering must adhere to at least one of the following criteria: sustainability, repairability, eco-friendly, functional, novel, fair trade, start-up founder, minority owned, or made in the USA.

     Zaman standing in front of Kicks For Gents 2021 shoe collection

    Our Insoles & Shoe Comfort Technology

    After years of research and development I leveraged the insights and experience of an amazing team of Pedorthists, Orthotists, and Prosthetists, including Bio-Medical and Manufacturing Engineers.

    Shoe insole triple density insole on white background

    While our insoles take many forms, the result are insoles that are as comfortable as thicker insoles, but much thinner, they last longer than traditional foam or cork, and they come with a host of other benefits, including antimicrobial properties. 

     A COMMITMENT TO ETHICAL CRAFTSMANSHIP
    Every pair of Kicks For Gents has been designed to be long lasting while using high quality materials and modern comfort technology. Built to last, our kicks are repairable to avoid the landfill!

    Why Limited Inventory?

    Reduce Waste

    Manufacturing shoes in small batches reduces the waste, energy and fuel consumed when overproducing shoes that might just sit on a shelf, go to a discount outlet or, worse, be destroyed. 

    Limited inventory allows us to keep overhead minimal. We ship from a small office and can adapt more quickly to bring you what you want.

      

    Value

    Quality over quantity, it's that simple. Small batch manufacturing allows us to adapt more quickly to customer demand. Whether it be adapting to changes in shoe innovation, design, or materials, we are constantly testing the waters.

    Quality Materials

    Leather is just like skin. Without moisturizer, it can dry up and even crack. Since our shoes are handcrafted at the time a customer places an order, this ensures that the leather isn't sitting around getting dry in a warehouse or on a shelf.


    Soft supple leather will be the most comfortable to wear, reduce the break-in period and will quickly mold to the foot.

    For example, this is why when you find shoes at an outlet store, the leather is hard and it can hurt to break the shoe in. The reason for this is that by the time the shoe reaches an outlet store, the leather has been sitting in a box drying up for what could be years.
     

    Sizing GUIDE 

     Our Lasts

    Pure Silver Infused Insoles

     

     

    Comfortable Shoes Make People Happy!

    Our lineup includes modern and classic styles made from quality materials.

    SHOP NOW

     

      The art of shoemaking is a tradition that has created great shoemakers all over the world. 
      Currently we have shoes both made in Spain, Turkey and the United States of America.
      Just check each style to find out where it was made. 
      Our insoles, however, are made right here in the USA!